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Sasquatch® Hops
Dual: Aroma and BitteringAlpha 7.0 - 9.0%Canada
Flavor & aroma
Breeding & lineage: Wild Canadian "Chance Seedling"
Genetics & family tree
Curated parent and offspring links for Sasquatch. View Sasquatch family tree & lineage chart → Recipe swaps are on the Hop Substitutor.
Sasquatch® is a true North American original and the first hop variety to be trademarked and patented in Canada, by Hops Connect. Discovered as a wild "chance seedling" in the heart of British Columbia, it was brought to the commercial market by Hops Connect to capture the untamed spirit of the Canadian wilderness. Unlike laboratory-bred varieties, Sasquatch® emerged naturally, proving its resilience and unique aromatic potential in the rugged Pacific Northwest climate. As the flagship variety of the Canadian hop industry, it offers a distinct terroir and high oil content, providing a bold, "wild" alternative for craft brewers looking to bridge the gap between resinous traditions and modern fruit flavors.
The sensory profile of Sasquatch® is a vibrant arrangement of sweet fruit and classic forest notes that shifts based on its pairing. It leads with a primary, "juicy" bouquet of orange zest, lemon, and sweet tangerine, followed by a lush tropical surge of mango and papaya. As the profile develops, brewers will find a sophisticated background of wildflower honey and a clean pine resin that anchors the fruit. Because of its balanced chemical makeup and low-to-moderate cohumulone levels, Sasquatch® delivers a smooth, integrated bitterness and a crisp finish, making it the definitive choice for a citrus-forward impact with a refined, earthy complexity.
Looking for an alternative?
Run Sasquatch through our Hop Substitutor to find chemical and flavor matches ranked for your brewing goal.
If you can't find Sasquatch, the best alternatives are Amarillo®, Cascade, Citra®, or Simcoe®.
Similar hops (calculated)
View hop substitutes for Sasquatch →- Mellow Yellow (US)38.8%
- Olicana38.6%
- Tango38.5%
- The Bruce38.3%
- Michigan Copper37.8%
- Petoskey37.2%
Match scores use aroma/flavor charts and chemistry — estimates only.
At A Glance
| Profile | Orange Zest, Sweet Tangerine, Mango, Papaya, Wildflower Honey, Pine, Resinous |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
| Alpha Acid | 7.0 - 9.0% |
| Substitutes | Amarillo®, Cascade, Citra®, Simcoe® |
| Pairs with | Cascade (to lean into its classic Pacific Northwest roots), Citra® (to amplify the citrus punch), Simcoe® (for added piney depth) |
| Beer Styles | Hazy India Pale Ale, West Coast India Pale Ale, Pale Ale, Saison, Wheat Beer |
General Information
| Country | Canada |
|---|---|
| Storage Stability | Good |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 7.0 - 9.0% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 3.8 - 4.5% |
| Cohumulone | 24.0 - 28.0% |
| Total Oil | 1.5 - 2.2 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 40.0 - 50.0% |
| Humulene | 15.0 - 20.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 8.0 - 12.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
| Linalool | 0.5 - 0.8% |
| Geraniol | ~0.3% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | 1,800 - 2,200 lbs/acre |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Mid-season |
| Resistant | Downy Mildew (high), Powdery Mildew (high) |
| Growth Rate | Very high |
| Cones | Medium-sized, oval, and very dense. They are known for a heavy lupulin load that is noticeably stick |
| Ease of Harvest | Excellent; the variety is structurally sound and the cones are resilient, making it well-suited for |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Medium green |
| Side Arm Length | 20" - 30" |
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